Story by Lilian ZhuStaff Writer Photo by Alicia AldereteContributor The girls’ golf team took home their second preseason win against Polytechnic on Thursday, Aug. 29. With consistently low scores across the board, the Tigers easily defeated the Panthers. Shooting sub 40, sophomore Lauren Calderon had an impressive performance tallying only 38 strokes. Senior Victoria Tskvitichvili and […]
Girls’ volleyball drops preseason match to Polytechnic
Story by Sofia AlvaStaff Writer Photo by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer Girls’ volleyball suffered a defeat to the Polytechnic Panthers in a hard fought five sets, on Tuesday, Aug. 27. With this loss, the Tigers drop to 1-1 in the preseason. From the start of the first set, South Pas defended well, with powerful blocks from […]
Girls’ golf cruises past La Salle in preseason opener
Story by Lilian ZhuStaff Writer Photo by Alicia AldereteContributor The girls’ golf team opened its preseason with a clean victory against La Salle with a dominating score of 205-249 on Tuesday, Aug. 27. Averaging 43 strokes per golfer, the low scores leave a promising precedent for the rest of the season. Senior Victoria Tskvitichvili and […]
Season preview: cross country expects another successful season
Story by Amber ChenStaff Writer Photo by Sophie YeungStaff Photographer The cross country team hopes to continue its Rio Hondo League success under new head Coach Michael Parkinson. This year, the Tigers must rebuild after the resignation of head coach Joe Soto and the loss of many star senior runners. Last year, both the boys’ […]
Girls’ volleyball goes 6-1 in preseason tournament
Story by Sofia AlvaStaff Writer Photo by Sarah LeeStaff Photographer The girls’ varsity volleyball team continued its preseason season in the Camarillo Tournament on Friday, Aug. 23 and Saturday, Aug. 24. On Friday, the Tigers dominated, defeating Pacifica, Simi Valley, and Moorpark each two sets to zero. The following day, South Pas continued to excel, […]
Football crushes Mountain View to earn first preseason victory
Story by Brady NakamuraStaff Writer Photo by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer The football team emerged triumphant over the Mountain View Vikings in its first preseason match with a score of 53-13 Friday, Aug. 23. The Tigers controlled almost every aspect of the game, led by senior Ivan Estrada’s 208 all purpose yards and two touchdowns. The […]
Season preview: girls’ golf returns with an experienced team and high hopes
Photo by Alicia AldereteContributor After transitioning from the Montview League to Rio Hondo League last season, the girls’ golf team fell short in obtaining the RHL championship. However, this year, the Tigers are determined to get back on track and establish league dominance. Having only lost one senior, the girl’s golf team is still a […]
Season preview: boys’ water polo looking to build dynasty
Story by Brady NakamuraStaff Writer Photo by Tony ChenContributor Coming off an undefeated league campaign, the boys’ water polo team seeks to maintain dominance. South Pas has boasted a stellar 16-2 league record in the past two seasons and hopes to extend their success to the CIF playoffs. With the departure of sophomore Jaren Sin, […]
Girls’ volleyball edges out Mayfield in preseason opener
Photo by Sarah LeeStaff Photographer Girls’ volleyball defeated the Mayfield Cubs in four sets, on Thursday, Aug. 22, marking their first victory of the season. The Tigers kicked off the first set with a victory. The overall game remained close, but South Pas ultimately pulled in the lead late in the set. The Cubs were […]
Season preview: girls’ volleyball ready for a deep CIF run
Story by Noah KuhnStaff Writer Photo by Sophie YeungStaff Photographer Despite a disappointing first round defeat in the CIF playoffs last year, the girls’ volleyball team anticipates a great season. The Tigers, led by head coach Ivy Chew and new assistant coach Christopher Phanngam, are looking to improve from their 7-3 Rio Hondo League record […]
Season preview: football set for a rebuilding season
Story by Cloe MaurerStaff Writer Photo by Tony ChenContributor The 2018-19 season was yet another disappointing one for South Pas. Shorthanded and hampered by injuries, the struggling squad missed CIF for the fourth consecutive year. But the Tigers remain optimistic, treating the upcoming season as an opportunity to build a stronger program. This year, the […]
Owen Imasaki: A force to be reckoned with
Story by Haelee KimStaff Writer Photo by Tony ChenContributor “ biharboard12thresult2019.com “ Sophomore Owen Imasaki has established himself as one of the varsity boys’ water polo stars in only one year. A physical powerhouse, he is an intelligent player with a knack for scoring goals. However, this dominant and confident athlete was nowhere to be […]
BioMed teacher Krista Gale in as new girls’ varsity tennis coach
Photo by Andrés OyagaContributor The SPHS Athletic Department named BioMed teacher Krista Gale as the new varsity girls’ tennis team head coach on Monday, July 22. This year will note their fourth consecutive coaching change. Despite this year marking her first in coaching tennis, Gale is an avid fan and skilled player. She was recruited […]
Jade Harris: Displaying confidence
Story by Zoe SchlaakStaff Writer Photo by Sophie YeungStaff Photographer Freshman Jade Harris was more than nervous for this race. As she stepped onto the track, her mind overflowed with self-doubt and worry. The daunting upperclassmen, whose experiences far surpassed hers, seemed calm and more ready than ever. While mounting the starting blocks, Harris knew […]
Tiger talks with varsity boys’ basketball coach Ernest Baskerville
Tiger: What drew you to South Pasadena? Coach Ernest Baskerville: I’ve always known about the great academic reputation that has come along with South Pasadena High School. I think that if this school could become an athletic power along with its academic success, then we can really build a strong program. Tiger: The boys’ basketball […]
Varsity boys’ basketball wins summer tournament
Story by Brady NakamuraStaff Writer Photo courtesy of John Burch Varsity boys’ basketball dominated the Huntington Park Silver Division Tournament this July 12 weekend, claiming first place. Led by senior transfer Billy Reed and fellow senior Rodney Ortega, South Pas coasted to three blowout victories. The Tigers crushed Ámino Ralph Bunche High School, 59-21, Friday […]